“I Was Beaten Daily for Not Giving My Husband a Son — But Everything Changed After a Week” — Kasese Woman Shares

My name is Grace, and I live in Kasese, Uganda. For many years, I longed for a happy marriage full of love, respect, and children. I was married to my husband, Peter, and I loved him dearly. Yet, our union was far from what I had envisioned.

Peter was determined to have a baby boy, and because I had not borne one, he began treating me cruelly. It started with harsh words and constant criticism, but soon escalated into daily physical abuse. Every day became a struggle, and I lived in fear of what he might do next. I felt trapped, hopeless, and deeply heartbroken.

I tried everything I could to make him happy. I prayed, worked hard to please him, and even sought help from family members. Yet, despite all my efforts, the abuse persisted, and I began to lose hope that peace could ever exist in our marriage.

I felt powerless, and my confidence and self-esteem were shattered. I could not imagine how I would survive if things continued as they were. During this dark period, a close friend suggested I…To Continue Reading, Click Here